Michael V. deGruy was an award-winning filmmaker and television host in natural history and underwater programming. The winner of numerous awards, including three EMMY’s and four BAFTA’s, Mike worked for BBC, PBS, and National Geographic. He interviewed numerous subjects, including James Cameron, Sir David Attenborough, and Al Gore. He was the Underwater Director of Photography for “Last Mysteries of the Titanic.” He served for many years as an SBMM Board Member, and was a dynamic advocate for youth education programs here at the Maritime Museum and throughout our community.

The Women and the Waves 2 (www.TheWomenAndTheWaves.com) is a documentary surf film that celebrates women and their unique approach to surfing and life. The film looks at the state of surfing today from a feminine perspective and features positive role models that give back to people and the planet.

Jill Zachary, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Santa Barbara will discuss the
development of East Beach and Santa Barbara’s coastal parks for public recreation, the vision of
early civic leaders to develop community gathering places, and the current efforts to undertake
a complete renovation of the Cabrillo Pavilion that preserves its historic integrity while
establishing a modern recreation and community social center.

Saturday • October 14, 2017
Spirit of Dana Point • Dockside Tours 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Free to the Public Come aboard the replica of a 1770s privateer used during the American Revolution and explore the 118’ long and 100’ high (mainmast) vessel and experience what life would be like at sea hundreds of years ago.

SBMM’s Kardboard Kayak Race challenge teams to a battle of wits, design, and courage! Teams of up to 4 will receive 2 sheets of cardboard, 1 roll of tape, a marker, a utility knife, a yardstick, and one hour to construct a functioning kayak. Then they will be ready to race other teams in their heat, finding out whose design can hold up to the pressure of paddling out to a buoy and back.